The Myelin Sheaths That Surround the Axons of Some of the Neurons

question 131

Multiple Choice

The myelin sheaths that surround the axons of some of the neurons in the CNS are formed by

• A) astrocytes.
• B) Schwann cells.
• C) oligodendrocytes.
• D) microglia.
• E) ependymal cells.

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